14th August 2010
 
 

Class 1 :   14 - 08 - 10
 

Class 2 :   21 - 08 - 10
 

Class 3 :   28 - 08 - 10
 

10th August 2010
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Lamaze breathing is a deep breathing pain management technique used by women who want to experience natural labor and childbirth. During pregnancy, Lamaze breathing exercises are practiced so that during labor, the mother-to-be will be familiar with important breathing techniques that can help ease and transfer the focus off of the pain during natural childbirth.
 
 

PRENATAL EXERCISES

Postures are taught to help make pregnancy more comfortable while preparing the body for giving birth.  Includes work on breath awareness, flexibility, and strength. Open to all levels of yoga experience, including beginners
Lamaze Philosophy of Birth

Lamaze classes are strongly encouraged for anyone having their first child or has had several year break between children. Lamaze class is not only about breathing and relaxation techniques but to also educate the mother and her support partner about the variety of ways labor may progress

  • Birth is normal, natural, and healthy.

  • The experience of birth profoundly affects women and their families.

  • Women's inner wisdom guides them through birth.

  • Women's confidence and ability to give birth is either enhanced or diminished by the care provider and place of birth.

  • Women have the right to give birth free from routine medical interventions.

  • Birth can safely take place in birth centers and homes.

  • Childbirth education empowers women to make informed choices in health care, to assume responsibility for their health and to trust their inner wisdom.

MOM AND BABY – POSTNATAL

New mothers bring their babies to class.  Gentle Exercises poses help with regaining muscle tone and strength after giving birth.  Only babies who are not yet crawling, please.

<< Previous